More arrests are expected to be made over the stabbings of two teenagers, police investigating the murders say.
Max Dixon, 16, and Mason Rist, 15, died after an attack in Ilminster Avenue, in the Knowle West area of Bristol, at about 23:20 GMT on Saturday.
A 20-year-old man and a 22-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday afternoon.
A 15-year-old boy and a 44-year-old-man have also been arrested in connection with the stabbing.
All four remain in police custody.
Bristol Police Commander Supt Mark Runacres, who is leading the murder investigation, said he expects there to be more arrests.
"There are numerous live lines of inquiry which are being pursued and progressed... and I confidently anticipate more arrests to follow," he said.
He added that the force had more than 100 officers working on the case.
The boys, who the local community have described as much-loved, were attacked by a number of people, sustaining serious stab wounds.
They were taken to separate hospitals - Southmead Hospital and Bristol Royal Hospital for Children - but died hours later.
GoFundMe pages have been set up to help with funeral costs, raising more than £10,000.
Speaking at a news conference on Monday, Supt Runacres said: "I don't believe this is rooted in gang warfare.
"I understand the impact this incident has had, I'm a dad myself - but we've seen the strength of the community.
"Any death is awful, but the loss of Mason and Max, who had their whole lives in front of them, is particularly tragic and my heart breaks for the families who have to endure such unimaginable pain and suffering."
He could not confirm whether the suspects and victims were known to each other or whether the killings were a case of mistaken identity.
On Sunday, about 200 people attended a vigil in Ilminster Avenue. Members of the community came to light candles and lay flowers.
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